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CVE-2017-9922: IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with TOOLS Plugin 4.50 might allow attackers to cause a denial of service or...

IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with TOOLS Plugin 4.50 might allow attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a crafted file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls Branch Selection starting at ntdll_77df0000!LdrpCompareResourceNames_U+0x0000000000000062."

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Plain-English summary

This CVE concerns an old 32-bit IrfanView setup with the TOOLS Plugin. Opening a maliciously crafted file might crash the application or allow arbitrary code execution. The public record is sparse, with no CVSS score, CWE, confirmed patch details, or known exploited status in the supplied sources.

Executive priority

Treat as a targeted legacy-software risk, not an internet-wide emergency. Prioritize remediation where IrfanView handles customer, partner, or email-delivered files, because the stated worst case includes arbitrary code execution.

Technical view

CVE-2017-9922 affects IrfanView 4.44 (32-bit) with TOOLS Plugin 4.50. The record links the issue to attacker-controlled faulting-address data influencing branch selection in ntdll LdrpCompareResourceNames_U. The stated impact is denial of service or possible arbitrary code execution via a crafted file.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on Windows endpoints where IrfanView 4.44 32-bit and TOOLS Plugin 4.50 remain installed and users open files from external or untrusted sources.

Exploitation context

The supplied sources do not show CISA KEV listing or confirmed active exploitation. The attack path requires a crafted file being opened or processed by the affected IrfanView and plugin combination.

Researcher notes

Evidence is limited to the CVE description and the linked advisory reference. No CVSS vector, CWE mapping, affected CPEs, or vendor fix details are provided in the supplied bundle. Avoid assuming exploit maturity beyond crafted-file triggering.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory IrfanView installations and identify 4.44 32-bit with TOOLS Plugin 4.50.
  • Check IrfanView and plugin maintainer guidance for fixed or supported versions.
  • Remove or disable the TOOLS Plugin where it is not required.
  • Restrict affected systems from opening untrusted files until remediated.
  • Prefer supported, current image-viewing software for external file handling.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm installed IrfanView version, architecture, and TOOLS Plugin version on endpoints.
  • Identify users or workflows that open externally supplied files with IrfanView.
  • Review EDR or crash telemetry for repeated IrfanView faults involving suspicious files.
  • Verify remediation by confirming vulnerable versions are removed, upgraded, or plugin-disabled.
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Confidence
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Sources
3

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